<p>Payroll Manager</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Carson, CA (On-site)</p><p>Our client is a <strong>growing, dynamic organization</strong> in the Carson area seeking an experienced <strong>Payroll Manager</strong> to lead and oversee in-house payroll operations for a large, complex workforce. This is a hands-on leadership role for a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings deep expertise in payroll compliance, union payroll, and multi-state operations.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to partner cross-functionally while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee and manage <strong>in-house payroll processing for 800+ employees</strong>, including union and non-union staff</li><li>Supervise weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles, ensuring accuracy of wages, benefits, garnishments, and tax deductions</li><li>Ensure compliance with <strong>multi-state payroll tax laws</strong>, wage and hour regulations, and union labor agreements</li><li>Reconcile payroll tax submissions and manage quarterly and annual filings, including <strong>W-2s</strong></li><li>Prepare payroll documentation and reports for audits, workers’ compensation reviews, and union contract requirements</li><li>Serve as the primary escalation point for payroll inquiries and discrepancy resolution</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, and Operations to support payroll-related initiatives</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to streamline payroll operations and increase efficiency</li><li>Maintain and update payroll systems in alignment with current regulations and company policies</li><li>Train, mentor, and develop payroll staff to support operational excellence and team growth</li></ul><p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li><strong>5+ years of in-house payroll experience</strong>, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities</li><li>Proven experience managing payroll for <strong>large employee populations (1,000+ employees)</strong></li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>union payroll</strong>, multi-state payroll compliance, and wage & hour laws</li><li>Experience with payroll tax filings, audits, and regulatory reporting</li><li>High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Payroll certification (CPP or FPC) preferred</li></ul><p>Why Join?</p><ul><li>Join a <strong>growing and forward-thinking company</strong></li><li>Leadership role with the ability to make an impact</li><li>Stable, long-term opportunity with room for professional growth</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number 00460-0013350130. email resume to [email protected]</p>
<p>We are looking for a Human Resources Generalist/Payroll Analyst immediately. This role is based in Century City and is a contract position with the possibility of moving into a full-time role. This role is ideal for a detail-focused HR team member who can balance payroll support, employee administration, and recruiting coordination in a fast-moving onsite environment. The position will play a key role in maintaining accurate records, supporting employee programs, and helping day-to-day HR operations run smoothly across the organization. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience and will be ready to take the next step in their HR career. This position is onsite daily.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Responsibilities:</em></strong></p><p>• Administer payroll support activities across multiple entities, working closely with external payroll partners to help ensure timely and accurate processing.</p><p>• Review payroll information, identify discrepancies, assist with corrections, and prepare related reports to maintain data integrity.</p><p>• Maintain employee records, HR documentation, and administrative files with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.</p><p>• Coordinate onboarding by managing paperwork, entering employee information into systems, and supporting a smooth start for incoming team members.</p><p>• Track leave of absence requests and manage related documentation to support compliance and consistent recordkeeping.</p><p>• Provide operational support throughout the employee lifecycle, including status updates, review tracking, and other core HR processes.</p><p>• Support performance review activities by monitoring timelines, following up on required actions, and helping managers and employees complete deadlines.</p><p>• Assist with recruiting logistics, including interview coordination, onboarding administration, and support for planned headcount growth.</p><p>• Help organize the summer internship program by coordinating schedules, supporting engagement activities, and ensuring participants have appropriate assignments.</p><p>• Partner with teams across the business to deliver consistent HR and payroll administration and assist with outsourced payroll workflows as needed.</p>